National Register Listings in Saratoga County, New York
Barker General Store
Batchellerville Presbyterian Church
Beecher, Eli and Diadama, House
Berry, Col. Sidney, House
Best, Abraham, House
Broadway Historic District
Broadway Historic District (Boundary Increase II)
Broadway Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Brookside
Bullard Block
Calvary Episcopal Church
Canfield Casino and Congress Park
Casino-Congress Park-Circular Street Historic District
CATAWISSA (tugboat)
Champlain Canal
Charlton Historic District
Church Hill Historic District
Clifton Park Center Baptist Church and Cemetery
Clifton Park Hotel
Copeland Carriage Shop
Copeland Covered Bridge
Crescent Methodist Episcopal Church
Davis-Ferris Organ
Drinkhall, The
Dunning Street Cemetery
Dutch Reformed Church of Gansevoort
East Side Historic District
Ellsworth, Col. Elmer E., Monument and Grave
Franklin Square Historic District
Gansevoort Mansion
Garnsey, Nathan, House
Gideon Putnam Burying Ground
Grant Cottage
Grooms Tavern Complex
Hadley Mountain Fire Observation Station
Hadley Parabolic Bridge
International Paper Administration Building and Time Office
Jonesville Cemetery
Jonesville Store
Marshall House
Mead House
Mohawk Valley Grange Hall
Northside Historic District
Noxon Bank Building
Oakcliff
Ormsby-Laughlin Textile Companies Mill
Packer Farm and Barkersville Store
Parks-Bentley House
Peebles (Peobles) Island
Petrified Sea Gardens
Pure Oil Gas Station
Rayfiel, David, House
Rexford, Cyrus, House
Round Lake Historic District
Ruhle Road Lenticular Metal Truss Bridge
Saratoga Gas, Electric Light and Power Company Complex
Saratoga National Historical Park
Saratoga Reformed Church, Old
Saratoga Spa State Park District
Smith's Grain and Feed Store
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
Stillwater United Church
Todd, Hiram Charles, House
Union Avenue Historic District
Union Mill Complex
URGER (canal tugboat)
US Post Office-Ballston Spa
US Post Office-Saratoga Springs
Verbeck House
Victory Mills
Vischer Ferry Historic District
Vischer Ferry Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Waterford Village Historic District
West Charlton United Presbyterian Church
West Side Historic District
West, George, House
Wiggins-Collamer House
Yaddo
About Saratoga County
Saratoga County Timeline
Saratoga County, located in upstate New York, has a rich history dating back to the colonial era. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Mohawk and Mohican people. In the early 17th century, European settlers arrived and began to establish farms and trading posts.
In 1776, during the American Revolution, the Saratoga area became a pivotal location. The Battles of Saratoga, fought in September and October of 1777, were a turning point in the war. These victories by American forces under General Horatio Gates marked the first significant defeat of the British army and ultimately led to France entering the war on the side of the colonists.
After the revolution, Saratoga County continued to develop as a center for agriculture and industry. The opening of the Erie Canal in 1825 further boosted the region's economy by facilitating trade and transportation. Saratoga Springs, a town located within the county, became famous for its natural mineral springs and attracted wealthy visitors seeking rest and recuperation.
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Saratoga County experienced a period of industrial growth. Manufacturing industries, such as textile mills and paper factories, flourished in cities like Mechanicville and Waterford. In the late 20th century, the county's economy shifted towards services, including tourism, healthcare, and technology.
Today, Saratoga County remains a vibrant and growing area known for its natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural attractions. It is home to the Saratoga Race Course, one of the oldest and most prestigious thoroughbred horse racing tracks in the United States, as well as the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, which hosts world-class music and dance performances. The county continues to preserve and celebrate its rich history while embracing the opportunities of the modern era.
In 1776, during the American Revolution, the Saratoga area became a pivotal location. The Battles of Saratoga, fought in September and October of 1777, were a turning point in the war. These victories by American forces under General Horatio Gates marked the first significant defeat of the British army and ultimately led to France entering the war on the side of the colonists.
After the revolution, Saratoga County continued to develop as a center for agriculture and industry. The opening of the Erie Canal in 1825 further boosted the region's economy by facilitating trade and transportation. Saratoga Springs, a town located within the county, became famous for its natural mineral springs and attracted wealthy visitors seeking rest and recuperation.
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Saratoga County experienced a period of industrial growth. Manufacturing industries, such as textile mills and paper factories, flourished in cities like Mechanicville and Waterford. In the late 20th century, the county's economy shifted towards services, including tourism, healthcare, and technology.
Today, Saratoga County remains a vibrant and growing area known for its natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural attractions. It is home to the Saratoga Race Course, one of the oldest and most prestigious thoroughbred horse racing tracks in the United States, as well as the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, which hosts world-class music and dance performances. The county continues to preserve and celebrate its rich history while embracing the opportunities of the modern era.
Saratoga County Timeline
This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Saratoga County, New York.
- Saratoga County is formed in 1791.
- The Battle of Saratoga takes place in 1777, a turning point in the American Revolution.
- European settlers arrive in the area in the 17th century.
- The region is originally inhabited by Native American tribes, such as the Mohawk and Algonquin.
- The Saratoga Race Course opens in 1863, becoming a renowned venue for horse racing.
- The construction of the Erie Canal reaches Saratoga County in 1823, aiding its economic growth.
- The Saratoga Performing Arts Center is established in 1966, hosting world-class performances.
- The Battle of Bennington, a key Revolutionary War battle, takes place near the county in 1777.
- Saratoga Springs becomes a popular spa destination in the 19th century, attracting visitors from around the world.
- The county experiences significant suburban development and population growth in the 20th century.